Anointing of the sick

"... He should summon the presbyters of the church, and they should pray over him and anoint [him] with oil in the name of the Lord, and the prayer of faith will save the sick person, and the Lord will raise him up. If he has committed any sins, he will be forgiven." (Jas 5:14-15)

Anointing of the Sick

Whether it's illness or the natural aging of our bodies, the Lord instituted a sacrament to help us through the process. Will we transition to health, or the eternal life hereafter? The minister of this sacrament is the priest; he anoints us with oil – a sign of strength, healing and courage. Confession will ensure our souls are in the state of grace, and the Eucharist is our food for the journey - “Viaticum." Our Lord prepares us for a life of grace at our baptism, and he prepares us for our life in heaven when it's time to enter our true home.

For persons who are gravely ill or close to death, call (480) 507-4400. This number is to be used in a hospital emergency or if someone's in danger of death.

For persons who are homebound, hospitalized or in a care facility desiring holy Communion, or for serious illness, wanting confession or the anointing of the sick, please call (480) 507-4495.

Christians are called to work concretely in the realities of this world, illuminating them with the light that comes from God.